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1. The brief history of the Oracle Gé |
The Oracle Gé is a divination card deck created in 1991 by Gérard Barbier, a passionate student of esotericism and divination. Designed to be accessible to everyone, this deck quickly established itself as an interesting tool for those seeking clear and precise answers about various aspects of their lives. It is a relatively recent oracle compared with other famous oracles, which makes it, in principle, more firmly rooted in its era.
1. The brief history of the Oracle Gé
Gérard Barbier became interested in divination and esotericism at an early age. His journey is marked by a constant quest to understand the mysteries of life and the universe. He studied various divination systems, including tarot and other oracle decks, before designing his own deck. His aim was to create a tool accessible to everyone, allowing each person to connect with their intuition and receive clear and precise messages.
The idea for the Oracle Gé was born from Gérard Barbier's observation that many existing divination decks were often complex and difficult for beginners to access. He therefore set out to design a deck that was both easy to use and rich in symbolism. The Oracle Gé, with its 61 cards featuring evocative illustrations, is the result of this vision. Each card is designed to be easy to understand while offering deeper levels of interpretation for those who wish to explore further.
2. Who is Gérard Barbier?
2.1. Gérard Barbier and psychic reading
Gérard Barbier was born in Lyon, where he grew up before moving to Paris to pursue studies in applied arts. It was in Paris that his drawing teacher introduced him to psychic reading, marking the beginning of his journey into the world of esotericism.
At the age of 16, Gérard Barbier became aware of his psychic abilities and decided to develop them seriously. For five years, he immersed himself in the study and practice of divination, exploring various systems and techniques. At 21, drawing on this experience, he chose to become a professional psychic.
After three years of intensive practice and experimentation with many tarot decks and oracle decks, Gérard Barbier felt the need to create his own deck. In 1991, he designed the Oracle Gé, a 61-card deck with simple yet evocative illustrations. This unique deck allowed Gérard to combine his artistic talents with his psychic abilities, offering an accessible and effective divination tool.
The Oracle Gé quickly became highly successful with the public, appealing to both beginners and experienced practitioners. In 1995, in response to growing demand, Gérard Barbier published "The Big Book of the Oracle Gé", a comprehensive guide to using and interpreting the cards in his deck.
2.2. Gérard Barbier's Publications
In November 2001, Gérard Barbier further enriched the Oracle Gé by publishing a new companion book. This work offers more detailed interpretations of each card and introduces seven new card-spread methods, allowing users to diversify their divination practices.
Always innovative, in March 2002, Gérard launched his second creation: the oracle "The Manuscript", accompanied by an explanatory book. This oracle was also well received and expanded Gérard Barbier's divination offerings.
In October 2012, he unveiled his third creation, The Itae Oracle. This deck, published in a limited edition of 3,000 numbered copies, is not available commercially, adding an aura of rarity and prestige to this new work.
3. The Meaning of the 61 Oracle Gé Cards
The Oracle Gé deck consists of 61 cards, each illustrated with scenes or symbols that are immediately understandable. Each card bears a number and a name, making it easy to identify and interpret. Although simple, the illustrations are designed to evoke emotions and situations in an intuitive, concrete, and contemporary way.
| 1 | The Sun | This card indicates a period of success, joy, and fulfillment |
| 2 | The Rose | This card announces good news in your life and a feeling of satisfaction |
| 3 | Spring | This card represents a period of renewal, a new relationship, or a new challenge ahead, with doubts and possible changes |
| 4 | The Fire | It symbolizes the home, trust, and family or friendly love |
| 5 | The Towers | This card speaks of the city, your place of residence, crowds, and moving house |
| 6 | The Two Hearts | It represents love, romantic encounters, and deep feelings |
| 7 | The Numbers | This card indicates unexpected events and surprises |
| 8 | The Spider | It shows boredom and sadness if the sun is at the top, or hope and possibilities if the moon is at the top |
| 9 | The Snail | This card symbolizes delays at work and emotional blockages |
| 10 | The Boat | It represents business, honeymoon, and cultural trips, as well as travel in general |
| 11 | The Lion | This card describes mastery of the situation and self-confidence |
| 12 | The Dagger | It evokes conflictual relationships and verbal or physical violence |
| 13 | The Butterfly | This card expresses a positive change or transformation in one's love or professional life |
| 14 | Thought | It designates the intellect and everything related to thought |
| 15 | The Sexual Symbols | This card embodies sexuality, short-term affairs, and infidelity |
| 16 | The Road | It embodies accidents and problems on the road |
| 17 | The Star | This card signifies natural or occult protection |
| 18 | The Stork | It announces a pregnancy, a birth, or a rebirth |
| 19 | Money | This card embodies finances and money coming in. |
| 20 | The Two Flutes | It represents invitations, festivities, and the fulfillment of the couple |
| 21 | The Three Moons | This card refers to imminent events |
| 22 | The Candle | It symbolizes clairvoyance, gifts, and hope of healing |
| 23 | The Tools | This card represents work and occupations in general |
| 24 | Summer | It represents the summer season, happy moments, and good health |
| 25 | The Exclamation Mark | This card symbolizes certainty and an unexpected surprise |
| 26 | The Desert | It represents sterility, poverty, and minor health problems |
| 27 | The Bird | This card represents news by mail or telephone and renewal |
| 28 | The Gift | It represents generosity and an improvement in one's love or professional situation |
| 29 | The Handshake | This card describes a partnership, fraternity, and mutual support |
| 30 | The Scales | It refers to commerce and balance in relationships |
| 31 | The Dog | This card symbolizes loyalty and sincere love in relationships |
| 32 | The Snake | It expresses nastiness, unhealthy relationships, and hypocrisy |
| 33 | The Stethoscope | This card embodies the doctor, medical visits, and liberal professions |
| 34 | The Squirrel | It represents savings and small sums of money coming in |
| 35 | The Hospital | This card announces medical procedures or examinations |
| 36 | The Divided Heart | It represents singles seeking love and loneliness |
| 37 | The Shell | This card represents vacations, travel, and leisure |
| 38 | The Elephant | This is a card of luck and opportunities to seize |
| 39 | The Rat | This card describes illness, discomfort, and betrayal |
| 40 | The Papers | It symbolizes paperwork, administrative procedures, and qualifications |
| 41 | Winter | This card announces winter, delays, and strained relations |
| 42 | The Arrows | It embodies worries and choices to be made between several directions |
| 43 | The Harp | This card shows a gathering, the desire for pleasure, and harmony |
| 44 | Justice | It represents justice, a trial, and legal matters |
| 45 | The Young Woman | This card shows a young woman or a woman under 30 |
| 46 | The Young Man | This card shows a young man or a man under 30 |
| 47 | The Woman | This card represents a woman aged 30 to 65 in your circle |
| 48 | The Man | This card represents a man aged 30 to 65 in your circle |
| 49 | The Female Querent | This card represents the female querent |
| 50 | The Querent | This card represents the querent |
| 51 | The Elderly Woman | This card represents a woman over 65 |
| 52 | The Elderly Man | This card represents a man over 65 |
| 53 | The Broken Flute | It represents separation, arguments, and difficulties in relationships |
| 54 | The Countryside | This card represents moments of relaxation and calm |
| 55 | Autumn | This card symbolizes autumn and a three-month period |
| 56 | The Pyramid | It indicates social or professional advancement and stable success |
| 57 | The Lynx | This card embodies independence and differences in loyalty. |
| 58 | The Cross | It announces abrupt changes in the querent's life, emotional or professional |
| 59 | The Bat | This card refers to family conflicts, theft, and the risk of losing one's job |
| 60 | The Dove | It symbolizes peace, serenity, and improved health |
| 61 | The Parchment | This card relates to notarized documents, official papers, and happy events or beneficial professional changes |
4. One final piece of advice for interpreting the Oracle Gé
Each card in a spread cannot be interpreted in isolation. A card's meaning is greatly influenced by the other cards present in the same spread. That is why cartomancy requires concentration, rigor, and practice. That said, the Oracle Gé is particularly well suited for beginners.
Par Olivier of Aeternum
Passionate about esoteric traditions and the history of the occult from the earliest civilizations to the 18th century, I share some articles on these topics. I am also co-creator of the online esoteric shop Aeternum.
